How will you spend a summer day in the City of Brotherly Love? With so many activities packed between the banks of the Schuylkill and the banks of the Delaware—and beyond—one activity certainly doesn’t fit all. But whether you…

Go to visitphilly.com to plan your next getaway to Philadelphia. Consult oM’s Transit Guide to Philly for the best transportation options from NYC. If you are driving, the Philly Overnight® Hotel Package comes with free parking at your hotel. If you’re lucky enough to…

Philadelphia’s best-known canvas, The Declaration of Independence, is one of the world’s premier political and historical masterpieces. It no longer resides in Philadelphia, but its enthusiastic spirit of independence roams free, creating a thriving art scene for artists and…

To taste the freshest produce in the region, you can shop one of the city’s many farmers market, haul your selections back home, and crack open a cookbook. Or you can take the effortless route, and settle into an…

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offMetro is a travel resource for city dwellers who want to get out of town–car-optional. oM reports on the best day trips and weekend getaways that are easily accessible via alternative modes of transportation. If you can't make the weekends longer, strive to make them better.